SENIOR ASSISTANT LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT

SENIOR ASSISTANT LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT (LND)

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation with the exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and internal violence and to provide them with assistance. It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles.

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Secretary

Secretary Job in Kenya

Grade A/B

Qualifications 

• Form Four Certificate Division III or KCSE Mean Grade C (Plain) or equivalent and above
• Type writing speed of 50 wpm
• Shorthand speed of 60 wpm

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Solar Kiosk NGO Jobs (16 positions)

Company Profile: SOLARKIOSK  is an award winning company conducting sustainable energy and retail business in developing countries.

It is based in Berlin (Germany) and currently has six subsidiaries in Africa and projects in ten countries in Africa / Asia / Americas. 

Flat hierarchies, a high degree of personal responsibility, quick decision-making, cordial teamwork and a dynamic and innovative business environment characterize our company. 

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Program Assistant

Program Assistant – Academics Unit
 

Introduction: The African Virtual University (AVU) is a Pan African Intergovernmental Organization established by charter with the mandate of significantly increasing access to quality higher education and training through the innovative use of information communication technologies. 

A Charter, establishing the AVU as an Intergovernmental Organization, has been signed so far by eighteen (19) African Governments - Kenya, Senegal, Mauritania, Mali, Cote d’Ivoire, Tanzania, Mozambique, and Democratic Republic

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Administrative Secretary

A well established manufacturing company dealing with FMCGs is seeking to recruit an Administrative Secretary.  

The ideal candidate should be highly organized, detail-oriented and a multi-tasker who can work under pressure and meet deadlines. 

The Administrative Secretary will be responsible for the efficient operation of the office, organization and maintenance of ambient office environment, coordinate the various office activities including office supplies, courier service and other essential services for the well functioning of the office.

Role Summary:  

To support office activities and operations in the following areas:-

• Receiving visitors
• Receiving and making calls for the Directors
• Scheduling meetings, circulating agenda and taking minutes on behalf of the Directors
• Maintaining office filing system
• Providing efficient and secure document handling services such as printing, photocopying, scanning, shredding etc
• Keeping diaries and arranging for appointments for the Directors
• Ensuring timely replenishment of office supplies
• Responsible for office cleanliness and tidiness
• Receiving and dispatch of office mails in coordination with courier firms
• Liaison with travel agents for travel, accommodation and related services
• Keeping of office inventory list and updating them as required
• Managing and maintenance of clean kitchen and serving refreshments
• Support the office of the Director’s office and the reception when necessary.
• Tender documentation and submission.
• Trade Marks , KEBS & KAM matters
• Coordinates ACI CST program
• Court cases other than HR and department collection.
• Other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Job Skills

• Thorough knowledge and use of all relevant computer software and the ability to help organize data and information retrieval systems;
• Good filling and organizational skills;
• Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills;
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, multi-cultural environment and to function effectively as a member of various groups;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Must be between the age 25-35
• Very well groomed and presentable

Qualifications

• Certification in professional Secretarial or Business Management or Office Management or Public Relations qualifications.
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience with a fast moving consumer goods company and other related industry.

If do not apply if you do not meet the job requirements.
 

Kindly send your CV and quote your current and expected salary to careers@africancotton.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

All CVs must be accompanied by passport size photos as an attachment.
 

This role is a priority. 

Those who can join us IMMEDIATELY will have a definitive advantage.

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Personal Assistant (Jobs in Kenya, March 2015)

Personal Assistant

The Unclaimed Financial Assets Authority (UFAA) is a State Corporation established under the National Treasury pursuant to the Unclaimed Financial Assets Act No. 40 of 2011. The primary mandate of the Authority is to obtain unclaimed financial assets from the holders of such assets on behalf of the Government, safeguard and re-unite the assets with their rightful owners.

UFAA invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following position:

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Dispatch Clerk (Jobs in Kenya, March 2015)

Our Client is in the Manufacturing Industry currently recruiting a Dispatch Clerk

Ensure effective and efficient dispatching of finished goods to customers while maintaining product quality 

Roles and Responsibilities

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Office Administrator / Receptionist (Jobs in Kenya, March 2015)

Office Administrator / Receptionist

Location: Nairobi

 

Job Category: Office & Admin

 

Work Type: Full Time

 

Salary: KSh 10,000

Description: To deliver friendly, efficient customer service and to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all of our guests, with the key aim of retaining and attracting new customers.

Requirements:

• Minimum of Diploma in any suitable field

Person Specification: Sociable, Calm, Patient, Customer focused, Driven, High level personal integrity, Team player, Well - Organized, Friendly and polite, Efficient, Self-motivated, Good with computer systems, Have polished communication skills.

Main Responsibilities:

• Deliver excellent customer service, at all times.
• Booking meetings
• Arranging couriers
• Answering and forwarding phone calls
• Screening phone calls
• Sorting and distributing post
• Coordinate mail flow in and out of office
• Coordinate office activities.
• Perform basic bookkeeping, filing, and clerical duties.
• Prepare travel vouchers.
• Take and relay messages.
• Obtaining Quotations
• Generating and issuing LPOs or LSOs.
• Offering support to Operations Department
• Assist in keeping the general office including reception area clean and tidy, at all times.
• Deal with all enquiries in a professional and courteous manner, in person, on the telephone or via e-mail.
• Administer all and coordinate office activities, in line with company policy.
• Keep up to date with current projects, to provide information to clients, on request.
• Be involved and contribute at team meetings.
• Carry out instructions given by the management team and head office.

How to Apply:

Qualified and interested candidates are required to send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, copies of academic certificates, address and contacts of two referees on or before Friday 13th March 2015.

Email: dsl_ke@outlook.com

Late applications will not be considered.

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Personal Assistant (Jobs in Kenya, March 2015)

Our client, the training arm of a leading university, is looking for an Executive PA.

 

The requirements are as follows:

 

i. Have a good attitude and pleasant personality and confidentiality.

 

ii. Experience handling senior Management - Director/CEO

 

iii. Should be presentable, mature and have a good work ethic among other desirable qualities 

iv. Exposure to working abroad an added advantage 

v. Experience in receiving high profile visitors, organizing High level meetings and at times board meetings 

vi. Other secretarial duties 

vii. Preferably 40 years old and above. 

viii. At least Up to 5 years work experience 

ix. Good business skills or related qualifications 

This position is open to foreign nationals 

If you meet the above requirements, please send your CV including past or current salary and the expected salary to bossresource@gmail.com. 

Please indicate what you are applying for on the subject line of your email. Those not qualified need not apply.

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Personal Assistant (Jobs in Kenya, March 2015)

Our client is in need of a Personal Assistant.
 

Purpose of Position: To provide efficient, executive and responsive administrative support to the CEO. 

This position will be of key importance within the organization and the successful candidate must have previous Administrative / PA experience within a fast-paced customer facing environment. 

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Records Clerk (Jobs in Kenya, March 2015)

University of Nairobi

 

Applications are invited for the following positions:-

Records Clerk 

Grade IV 

in the following units:-

 

1. Administration Department - 3 Posts - AD/2/44/15 - ( R&T)

 

2. School of Mathematics -1 Post - AD/2/45/15 - (CBPS)

Applicants should be holders of at least a KCSE C or equivalent with credits in English and Mathematics or equivalent. 

They must have at least three (3) years’ experience as Clerk Grade III and must have shown merit and ability in work performance and results

Please note that the appointment is on a one year contract term renewable on mutual agreement for those applying for those applying for the post in School of Mathematics.

Records Clerk 

Grade III

3 Posts

Administration Division

AD/2/46/15

(R&T)

 

Applicants should be holders of at least a KCSE D+ or KCE Div. III with credits in English and Mathematics or equivalent and at least three (3) years’ experience in Grade II. 

Applicants who have worked in an institution of higher learning in Grade II for at least five years will have an added advantage.

Note:

 

1. Applicants for academic posts (AC) should forward ten (10) copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities and publications they appear in.

Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.

2. In both cases, applications and related documents should be forwarded through the applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. 

They should quote post reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.

3. Applications should be addressed as per the codes below:-

 

Codes

 

R&T: The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment & Training Section, P.O Box 30197-00100 Nairobi

CBPS: The Principal, College of Biological & Physical Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.

 

Please note that the University of Nairobi is an equal opportunity employer. 

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: Friday, March 6, 2015.

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Assistant Committee Clerk (1 Post), Assistant Secretary (1 Post)

University of Nairobi

 

Applications are invited for the following positions:-

 

Assistant Committee Clerk 

Grade AB

1 Post

Administration Division

AD/2/42/15

(R&T)

Applicants should be holders of at least a KCSE C or equivalent with credits in English and Mathematics or equivalent, Certificate in Records Keeping or Office Management, KATC final or ACNC or its equivalent and at least three (3) years of service as Records Clerk Grade IV. 

Applicants with a Diploma in Archives & records Management will have an added advantage.

 

Assistant Secretary 

Grade A

Centre for Translation & Interpretation

1 Post

AD/2/43/15

(CHSS)

Applicants should be holders of a KCSE Grade C or KCE Div. III or its equivalent qualification with a Credit in English language. 

In addition they must have passed the following subjects offered by the Kenya National Examinations Council or equivalent examining body:-

• Business English II
• Commerce II
• Secretarial Duties II
• Office Management III
• Shorthand 80 wpm or Audio Typing III
• Typewriting 50 wpm

They must be computer literate.

Please note that the appointment is on a one year contract term renewable on mutual agreement.

Note:

 

1. Applicants for academic posts (AC) should forward ten (10) copies of their application letters accompanied by similar number of certified copies of certificates and C.Vs giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities and publications they appear in.

Applicants for non-academic posts (AD) should submit seven (7) of the above supporting documents and applications letter.

2. In both cases, applications and related documents should be forwarded through the applicants’ heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. 

They should quote post reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.

3. Applications should be addressed as per the codes below:-

 

Codes

 

R&T: The Deputy Registrar, Recruitment & Training Section, P.O Box 30197-00100 Nairobi

 

CHSS: The Principal, College of Humanities & Social Sciences, P.O Box 30197-00100, Nairobi.

 

Please note that the University of Nairobi is an equal opportunity employer. 

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: Friday, March 6, 2015.

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Secretary (1 Position), Manager - Treatment & Rehabilitation (1 Position), Director - Research & Policy Development (1 Position)

Title: Secretary (1 Position), Manager - Treatment & Rehabilitation (1 Position), Director - Research & Policy Development (1 Position)

The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) was established vide an Act of Parliament in July 2012, and mandated to coordinate a multi-sectoral effort aimed at preventing, controlling and mitigating the impact of alcohol and drug abuse in Kenya.

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County Secretary (Jobs in Kenya, October 2014)

Title: County Secretary 

 

The Busia County Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent and qualified person to fill the following vacant position as per Section 44(3) (a) (b) (c)(d) of the County Governments Act of 2012.

County Secretary 

(1 Post) 

Job Group ‘T’

 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Head of the County Public Service
• Responsible for arranging the business, and keeping the minutes, of the county executive committee subject to the directions of the executive committee
• Convey the decisions of the county executive committee to the appropriate persons or authorities; and perform any other functions as directed by the county executive committee

Requirements for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan citizen
• Must have a valid:

1. Police Clearance Certificate from Criminal Investigations Department (C.I.D)
2. Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
3. Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
4. Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) Form

• Have a Bachelor’s Degree from a university recognized in Kenya
• Have working experience of not less than 10 years in administration and management
• Have a Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Public Policy/Human Resource Management / Development Management / Strategic Management, or equivalent qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya.
• Be conversant with Government protocols and etiquette
• Be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and other relevant Devolution laws
• Have excellent interpersonal, communication and report writing skills
• Proven merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results
• Be computer literate.

Terms of Service: Contract

All applications should be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked on the left Side “county secretary” on or before Wednesday 29th October, 2014 and addressed to:

Secretary,

Public Service Board,

Busia County,

P.O. Private Bag,

Busia (K).

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Personal Assistant (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya April 2014)

Title: Personal Assistant 

Oxford University Press (OUP), the largest university press in the world, is a department of the University of Oxford. It furthers the University’s objective of excellence in research, scholarship, and education by publishing worldwide.

OUP East Africa Ltd (OUPEA) furthers the university’s mission in research, scholarship and education by publishing quality educational materials for Kenya and within the region. OUPEA is seeking to recruit a high calibre, results-oriented, experienced and highly skilled professional for the position Personal Assistant.

Person

• This is a middle level position and we therefore desire to have a dedicated and technically skilled business professional with a versatile administrative support skill set developed through experience as an office manager, secretary, administrative assistant and office clerk.
• Excel in resolving employer challenges with innovative solutions, systems and process improvements proven to increase efficiency, customer satisfaction and the bottom line.
• Excellent numeracy skills with knowledge and skills in the preparation and maintenance of records and reporting on same.
• Offer advanced computer skills in MS Office Suite and other applications/systems while ensuring excellent brand image.

Key responsibilities:

• Office & Records Management
• Teambuilding & Supervision
• Staff Development & Training
• Policies & Procedures Manuals
• Report & Document Preparation
• Spreadsheet & Database Creation

Knowledge, skills and abilitiesThe position requires an appropriate bachelor’s degree in the field of Humanities & Social Sciences, with three (3) or more years’ experience in Office Management and a proven track record of consistent high performance.

In addition, the individual must demonstrate a thorough understanding and knowledge of the dynamics of the Publishing Industry in the RegionIf you are a results-oriented Personal Assistant professional with the stated qualifications and are passionate to provide high quality solutions to ever-changing customer needs in a fast-paced organization, then forward your letter of application, curriculum vitae and copies of testimonials to recruit.ke@oup.com or send to:

HR and Administration Manager,

Oxford University Press EA Ltd,

The Oxford Place,

Elgon Road, Upper Hill,

P.O. Box 72532 – 00200,

Nairobi.

Deadline: 10th April, 2014

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